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loss

gb/lˈɔs/ us/lˈɔs/
A2 Angol
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Főnév B1 state
1

No longer having something

When you do not have something or someone anymore.

Használati minta: the loss of [something/someone]
Gyakori hiba:
Learners sometimes confuse 'loss' (noun) with 'lose' (verb). For example, 'I loss my keys' is incorrect; it should be 'I lost my keys.'
Szinonimák
deprivation (More formal and general; often used for essential needs.) | bereavement (Specifically refers to the death of a loved one.)
Antonimák
gain (Refers to acquiring something instead of losing it.)
Szókapcsolatok
suffer a loss |a great loss |the loss of life |financial loss |deal with loss
Témák
daily life |emotions |core_vocabulary |daily_life
Példák
  • She felt deep sadness after the loss of her mother.
  • The company reported a significant loss in revenue this year.
  • The loss of his wallet caused him great trouble.
  • Their team dealt well with the loss of their best player.
  • We mourn the loss of so many lives in the disaster.
Példák tanulóknak
  • I am sad about the loss of my dog.
  • The loss of my phone made me late.
  • We feel the loss of our teacher.
  • He had a big loss in the game.
  • The loss of water is a problem.
Főnév B1 event
2

Decrease in amount or value

When something becomes less in number, amount, or value.

Használati minta: a loss in [amount/quality/value]
Szinonimák
decline (General reduction over time.) | drop (Informal; sudden decrease.)
Antonimák
increase (Refers to growth or rise instead of decrease.)
Szókapcsolatok
weight loss |heat loss |energy loss |data loss |blood loss
Témák
business |science |finance
Példák
  • The diet resulted in significant weight loss.
  • Poor insulation causes heat loss in winter.
  • The company suffered a major financial loss last quarter.
  • The patient experienced severe blood loss after the accident.
  • There was a noticeable loss in sound quality.
Példák tanulóknak
  • She had weight loss after the illness.
  • Heat loss makes the house cold.
  • We saw a big loss in sales.
  • There is data loss on the computer.
  • Blood loss can be dangerous.
Főnév A2 event
3

Failure to win

When you do not win a game or competition.

Használati minta: a loss to [opponent]
Szinonimák
defeat (More formal; focuses on being beaten by an opponent.)
Antonimák
victory (Refers to winning instead of losing.)
Szókapcsolatok
suffer a loss |record a loss |first loss of the season
Témák
sports |core_vocabulary
Példák
  • The team’s first loss came in the semifinals.
  • They took the loss hard after leading most of the game.
  • It was their third consecutive loss this month.
  • Fans were disappointed by the unexpected loss to a weaker team.
  • The boxer blamed his loss on poor preparation.
Példák tanulóknak
  • Our team had a big loss yesterday.
  • It was their first loss this year.
  • They were sad about the loss to City FC.
  • We want to avoid another loss.
  • The coach talked about the loss.
Főnév B1 event
4

Death of someone loved

When someone you love dies.

Szinonimák
passing (Softer, more euphemistic term for death.)
Szókapcsolatok
personal loss |tragic loss |mourn a loss
Témák
emotions |relationships |health
Példák
  • We are sorry for your loss.
  • She never fully recovered from the loss of her father.
  • His sudden death was a great loss to the community.
  • They gathered to honor the loss of their friend.
  • Her poetry reflects her grief over her personal loss.
Példák tanulóknak
  • I am sorry for your loss.
  • He felt sad after the loss of his mother.
  • The village cried over the loss of their leader.
  • Her loss made him cry every day.
  • We remember the loss together.
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Szótári alak
loss
IPA
GB/lˈɔs/
US/lˈɔs/
Szótagolás és hangsúly
loss (1 szótag)
Stress on 1st syllable (loss)
Szóalakok
Noun
  • Base: loss
  • Plural: loss, losses
Szócsalád
Forms
losses noun
Core family
lose verb A2 lost adjective
Related words
loser noun B1
Negative and opposite forms
lossless adjective
Advanced or less common
lossy adjective
Kifejezések

at a loss

1
/ˈæt ə lˈɔs/
fixed phrase

Not knowing what to do or say

Not knowing what to do or say in a situation.

Példák
  • I’m at a loss for words after hearing the news.
  • He seemed at a loss when asked about the plan.

cut your losses

1
/kˈʌt jˈʊɹ lˈɔsɪz/
idiom

Stop before losing more

To stop doing something that is failing so you do not lose more money or time.

Példák
  • After months of low sales, they decided to cut their losses and close the shop.
  • I think it’s time we cut our losses and move on.

for want of a better word

1
/fɚ wˈɔnt əv ə bˈɛtɚ wˈɚd/
fixed phrase

Using an imperfect term

Used when you cannot think of a better word to say something.

Példák
  • It was, for want of a better word, strange.
  • He was, for want of a better word, dishonest.

no love lost between [people]

1
/nˈoʊ lˈʌv lˈɔst bɪtwˈin pˈipəl/
idiom

Mutual dislike between people

When two people do not like each other at all.

Példák
  • There’s no love lost between the two politicians.
  • It’s clear there’s no love lost between them after the argument.

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